lecanora

• Substantivo que designa qualquer líquen do gênero Lecanora, alguns dos quais são usados na tinturaria e outros como alimento.

A noun referring to any lichen of the genus Lecanora, some species of which are used in dyeing and some for food.

1. A type of lichenC2formalscientific

   Any lichen belonging to the genus Lecanora, often found on rocks, trees, or soil; some species are used in dyeing or as a food source.

   Tipo de líquen

   • Lecanora lichens are commonly used in traditional dyeing processes.
   • Some species of lecanora are edible and have been used as a food source.
   • The biologist identified the specimen as a lecanora growing on the bark.